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MAINTENANCE
Werecommend allmaintenance, serviceand
adjustments not listed in this manual be per-
formed by an authorized service dealer.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Thewarrantyonthisunit doesnotcoveritems
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED O R
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement o f damaged or worn parts.
S Throttle Lever -- Ensure throttle lever func-
tions pr o perlybymovingthethrottleleverto
the STOP position. Make sure engine
stops; then restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
INSPECT AND CLEAN U NIT AND
DECALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit
using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Screw
Air Filter
Air Filter Cover
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine per form-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the a rea around it to
keep d ebris from falling into the carbure-
tor chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts as illustrated.
NOTE:Do notcleanfilter ingasolineorother
flammable solvent. Doingsocan createa fire
hazardor produce harmfulevaporativeemis-
sions.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Apply a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts.
REPLACE SPA RK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to ensure the
engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark pluggap at0.025inch.Ignition t im ingis
fixed, nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Removespark plugfromcylinderanddis-
card.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
WARNING: The muf fler on this
product contains chemicals known to the
State o f California to cause cancer.
As your unitis used, carbondeposits buildup
onthemufflerand spark a rresting screenand
must beremoved to avoid creatinga fire haz-
ard or affecting engine performance.
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and
spark arresting screen will not require any
service. After 50 hours of use, we recom-
mend that your muffler be serviced or re-
placed by your authorized service dealer.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
There is no screw for idleadjustment onyour
blower. The throttle lever is used to control
engine speed. The throttle lever can be
placed in one of four positions: STOP, IDLE
or
, FULL THROTTLE or , and one
intermittentposition. Ifyourenginewillnotrun
properly or you require further assistance,
contact an authorized service dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated
area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heat-
ers, electric motors or switches, furnaces,
etc.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Posi-
tion unit so that any sharp object cannot
accidentally cause injury.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1-800-554-6723 for assistance.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.